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Exams Manager
Job Posted: 11 days ago
Salary: £ 33,945/Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Manchester
Expire in: 17 days
Job Description
Meridian Business Support are proud to be working on behalf of an Ofsted rated ‘Good’ school based in the Manchester area.
They are keen to employ an experienced Exams Manager to work in their vibrant school as soon as possible to be responsible for the organisation and smooth running of both internal and external examinations.
Role: Exams Manager
Term: Temp contract until the end of August 2025
Salary: Band 6 pt 23-25 (£32,076 - £33,945) pro rata £27,732.76
Location: Manchester
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am – 4pm Term time only - plus 6 days to include INSET days
Main responsibilities
Recruit, train and manage all invigilators
Liaising with the SLT, Middle Leaders and other relevant staff regarding examination entries, coursework and assessment procedures and protocols, and ensuring the smooth running of the examination cycle at all key stages for both internal and external exams
Disseminating information, answering enquiries and dealing with complaints regarding external examinations with staff, students and parents/carers
Submitting entries for external examinations to awarding bodies in advance of deadlines
Understand the regulations and requirements of all examinations held by the school, both internal and external
Comply with all JCQ and awarding body regulations and keep up to date with any changes to these
Manage arrangements for the safe and secure receipt, checking and storing of examination papers and materials
Write, develop and review examination-related school policies
Work with the SENCO to ensure appropriate access arrangements and reasonable adjustments for appropriate pupils
Manage registration of candidates for all examinationsThe ideal candidate
Good educational background with strong numeracy skills
GCSE’s grade in English and Maths 4 or above or equivalent
Recognised minimum NVQ Level 3/4 (or equal) qualifications gained through professional development, or a combination of formal off the job training plus experience in a similar environment
At least two years of working in a school/college administrative setting
Experience of working with confidential and /or sensitive data and understanding of GDPR / data protection principles and implications
Managing the administration of examinations
Experience of line managing other members of staff, and overseeing the work/providing guidance and relevant training to others (such as invigilators
Experience in data management and of analysing and extracting information and producing reports for a variety of audiences
Experience of using a Management Information System (MIS)
Experience of working with awarding bodies and regulatory organisations e.g. JCQ
Understanding and knowledge of exam board regulatory requirements if direct ‘experience’ cannot be demonstrated
Knowledge of the principles of examinations timetable planning.
Complying with statutory regulations set by external bodies
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Competent with common IT systems e.g. Microsoft Office, MIS
Excellent Data Analysis skills
Health and safety issues as they relate to this environment.
A good telephone manner.
The ability to work flexibly and quickly under pressure
To keep up to date with all relevant regulations and developments in secondary school/college curriculum and examination systemsInterested and feel you have the experience and skills to perform well in this role? Then attach your CV now to avoid disappointment. or email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for further informationBefore You Apply
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